Question
In the question below, a sentence is given which has a
blank, meaning something has been omitted. From the options below, choose the correct combination of phrases that can fit in the blank to make the sentence grammatically and meaningfully correct. After his retirement, Watt ______ new inventions though none was as significant as his steam engine work. 1. Carried on developing 2. Continued to develop 3. Continued developingSolution
The sentence tells us how after his retirement, Watt kept on developing new inventions, even though none of them was as significant as that of the steam engine. All 1, 2 and 3 can fit in the sentence to convey the requisite meaning. Thus, (e) is the right answer.
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.
“Everything is going to be alright,” said the doctor.
The old lady said that the kids were playing.
Choose the option that is the direct form of the sentence.
Devi replied that she was sorry but she could not go.
Select the most appropriate direct form of the given sentence.
My brother told me that I could see any film I wanted on TV.
1. With such a passive attitude, the very
P. to one that is inferior you will begin to
Q. moment you pass from a superior environment
...Select the correct indirect form of the given sentence.
She said, “I am in no mood to work now.”
Radhika said, ‘How intelligent I am!’
Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
Select the most appropriate indirect form of the given sentence.
Walter said to David, “ I am looking forward to tomorrow’s auction.”
Change the following sentence to Indirect Speech.
"You are welcome to stay a few days, Uncle Bill," I said quickly.
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